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Gatorade 2021 - 2022: Player of the Year

Volleyball - Mississippi

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VOLLEYBALL

Lakin Laurendine

Outside hitter
JACKSON ACADEMY
FLOWOOD, MISSISSIPPI
JUNIOR
Height: 6-FOOT-2
Press Release

Peak Performance

509

Kills

378

Digs

111

Service Aces

46

Blocks
“Lakin Laurendine is a powerful presence on the court and contributes in multiple aspects of play. Her team is heavily dependent on her, but her performance is consistent and exceptional.”
Christina Daigle
Head Coach head coach at Ocean Springs High
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Athletic Excellence

The 6-foot-2 junior outside hitter led the Raiders to a 38-8 record and the Midsouth Association of Independent Schools championship this past season. Laurendine amassed 509 kills and 378 digs to go with 111 service aces and 46 blocks, posting a .434 hitting percentage. A MaxPreps Second Team All-American, she was named the MAIS Player of the Year.

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Academic Achievement

Laurendine has maintained a 3.68 GPA in the classroom. She will begin her senior year of high school this fall.

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Exemplary Character

A devoted member of her church youth group, Laurendine has volunteered locally on behalf of Operation Christmas Child, the Salvation Army and youth volleyball programs as well as food and coat donation drives.